Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Reed Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1192 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
29%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Reed Elementary School is ranked #1192 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Reed Elementary School often compared to?
Reed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reed Elementary School?
348 students attend Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Reed Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed Elementary School?
Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Reed Elementary School offer ?
Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Reed Elementary School part of?
Reed Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Reed Elementary School located?
Reed Elementary School is located in the Branham neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Branham.
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